Places And Travel
9 Prettiest Small Towns In Northern California
Escape to some of the prettiest sites in the country in these nine small towns in Northern California. They shine with community, historic, and outdoor charm.
The Best State Parks In The Deep South
The Best State Parks In The Deep South include Cheaha, Amicalola Falls, and Blue Spring, where canyons, waterfalls, and springs meet Southern history.
10 Most Neighborly Towns In The Northern United States
Candlelit parks and cardboard boat races run on one thing: neighbors who show up all year, not tourists. Meet ten of the friendliest northern towns.
11 Prettiest Small Towns In New England
From skiing and seafood to coastal hikes and cobblestone streets, these 9 pretty New England towns are small but mighty and well worth the trip.
The State Parks You Should Visit On A Weekday
The State Parks You Should Visit On A Weekday include Custer, Valley of Fire, Palo Duro, and Watkins Glen, where a Tuesday beats the weekend crowds.
10 Most Overlooked New York Towns For 2026
These towns prove that you don't have to deal with crowds, gridlocked streets, and the chaos of urban culture in order to access New York's greatest treasures
7 Most Breathtaking Towns In New Jersey
Discover New Jersey’s prettiest small towns, where historic downtowns meet rivers, wooded landscapes, and the Atlantic coast.
The Difference Between A National Forest And A National Grassland
National forests were set aside from land the government owned. National grasslands were bought back from farmers the Dust Bowl defeated. The trees are the least of it
6 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Oklahoma This Year
Experience six of Oklahoma’s most impressive natural wonders, including ancient mountains, gypsum caves, towering waterfalls, and open grasslands.
This Texas Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
This Texas Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime, looping the Hill Country past Enchanted Rock, Longhorn Cavern, Hamilton Pool, and Fredericksburg.
The Counties Cut Off From The Rest Of Their State
To reach these counties, you have to leave your own state entirely. Rivers that jumped their channels and crooked old borders stranded them a state away.
The 7 Can't-Miss Towns In Mississippi
These ca n't-miss towns in Mississippi include incredible sculpture gardens, an outdoor arboretum, the Grammy Museum, and more.
The Most Common County Names In America
Official naming conventions in the United States often revolve around famous figures or geography, which can lead to repeated county names.
8 of the Most Overlooked Towns in the Southern United States
While many tourists flock to the more popular destinations, take the time to explore the six most overlooked towns in the Southern United States.
10 Best Places To Live In Arizona In 2026
Explore the best places to live in Arizona in 2026 and see how housing costs, safety, employment, and lifestyle differ across the state.
10 Quirkiest South Carolina Towns To Visit In 2026
The quirkiest towns in South Carolina are awaiting visitors who are looking to find out more about a local legend, take a haunted tour of town, and more.
10 Prettiest Downtown Strips In Minnesota
Whether it's a memorable story, unique architecture, or a panoramic view no other town can boast, these are the 10 Prettiest Downtown Strips in Minnesota.
9 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns In The Great Lakes
The Great Lakes are a captivating destination for visitors, particularly in small towns such as Grand Marais, Grand Haven, Fish Creek, and more.
10 Ideal Tennessee Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Ten Tennessee destinations built for a 3-day weekend in 2026, from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to Jonesborough, Crossville, and Loudon.
8 Most Breathtaking Towns In West Virginia
From beautiful downtowns to state parks and national forests, West Virginia has breathtaking views and unforgettable scenery just waiting to be discovered.
5 of the Most Charming Small towns in The Adirondack Mountains
Discover the most charming small towns in the Adirondacks, where you can paddle a lake at dawn and browse a village bookshop by afternoon.
The Most Charming River Towns In Florida
With more than 26,000 miles of rivers and streams, Florida has no shortage of river towns. Here are some of its most charming small communities.
9 Best Lakeside Towns In Rhode Island
These nine best lakeside towns in Rhode Island are lovely to visit because the water hasn't been cordoned off from daily life.
Which State Has The Fewest Counties?
Explore these U.S. states that have the fewest counties, from Delaware to New Hampshire, as well as Connecticut's unique planning regions.
The Largest Movie Theaters In The United States
Cinema has dominated the hearts and minds of Americans since its inception in the late 1800s. But which are the country's largest movie theaters?
America's First Toll Road
Toll roads do not generally conjure fuzzy feelings among the drivers who must pay to pass them, but they have been present in America for centuries.
9 Most Walkable Town Centers In Wales
Nine Welsh town centers small enough to cross on foot, from Conwy's walled circuit to the bookshops of Hay-on-Wye and Tenby's harbour.
Croatia's 8 Most Laid-Back Towns
Croatia's 8 Most Laid-Back Towns, from Cavtat, Stari Grad, and Cres on the coast to Vrbnik, Motovun, Skradin, Nin, and riverside Slunj inland.
6 Best Lakeside Towns in Tasmania
Trout water, hydro lakes, and Australia's deepest lake: six Tasmanian towns where the water is the main attraction and the walks start at the shore.
What Happens When A State Sells Off Park Land
See how Texas, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, New Jersey, and California lost or nearly lost parkland, as state parks lack federal protection.
The Counties Most Threatened By Wildfire
Millions of American homes now sit where wildfire can reach them. From California to Florida, these 15 counties carry the heaviest exposure in the country.
Why Some Famous Landscapes Aren't National Parks
Why Some Famous Landscapes Aren't National Parks comes down to existing protections, tangled ownership, local revenue, and the need for an Act of Congress.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Pacific Northwest
From covered bridges to Bavarian rooflines, these eight Washington and Oregon towns have the prettiest main streetscapes in the Pacific Northwest.
The Most Charming River Towns In New Mexico
Explore seven of the most charming river towns in New Mexico, from Taos and Red River to Chama, with hot springs, historic plazas, and scenic railroads.
2026's 10 Best Small Towns To Visit In Hawaii
Visit these small Hawaii towns for beaches and gardens, plus lively markets, cultural landmarks, and memorable outdoor adventures.
The Most Charming River Towns In Utah
Though known for its deserts, Utah has a range of charming towns along its rivers, including the Colorado and the Green River.
7 Ideal Georgia Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend
Georgia offers diverse, compact getaways within a short drive, emphasizing exploration and local character over urban attractions.
9 Coolest Kansas Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
These Kansas towns make memorable summer vacation stops with museums, historic downtowns, river recreation, quirky art, and family-friendly attractions.
The Deepest Canyon In Any State Park
Deeper than any other state-park gorge, this red-walled Kauai canyon plunges more than 3,600 feet, roughly tripling the mainland's best-known rivals.
9 Best Attractions To Visit on the Atlantic Coast
A lighthouse older than the country, a fort made of seashells, and the world's oldest boardwalk: 9 attractions worth a trip on the Atlantic Coast.